Hawaiian Word of the Day: May 1st By Leilani Poli`ahu • May 1, 2020 ShareTweetEmail Since May Day is Lei Day in Hawaiʻi, there are many lei day pageants happening at this time of the year. Most include a royal court, and a hōʻike – a show! Hōʻike means “to show.” Listen Listening... / 0:29 Tags: HWOTDhawaiianWordShareTweetEmailView the discussion thread.